POSITION SUMMARY:
Assist the Director of Finance and Administration with recording and maintaining financial data and records for Area L AHEC. Responsible for supporting the President/CEO and the Director of Finance and Administration in a highly confidential manner.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform daily accounting activities in all financial areas. At fiscal year-end, assist the Director of Finance and Administration in accounting processes and procedures and preparing for the annual audit.
- Work with grants from various sources and ensure compliance.
- Work with the Director of Finance and Administration in reviewing YTD expenses on each state account and comparing to budget and identifying any outstanding items/issues, quarterly.
- Approve Requests for Payment to be processed and enter into Sage, daily.
- Enter deposits into Sage, daily.
- Reconcile income and expenses entered in Sage, monthly
- Prepare invoices in accordance with grants program contracts
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Skilled data entry is required to ensure that accurate data is entered.
- Basic understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to learn quickly and work independently.
- Valid NC Driver's License and good driving record
- Ability to manage confident and sensitive information appropriately.
Preferred Education and Experience:
· Two-year degree finance, accounting, or related field preferred or three years administrative/financial support experience or equivalent.
- Should be well organized, self-directed, and independent; can interact with staff, faculty, and the public in a professional manner
· Must be able to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Light lifting required at times